Camp Rules

July 17 - 20, 2012 - Ivoryton, Connecticut

REGISTRATION FOR THE 2012 CAMP IS NOW OPEN
All of the forms are now available to register for the 2012 Company of Fifers and Drummers Juniors' Camp! Spots will fill up fast, so send in your reqistration quick. Please be sure to take a look at the Audition Requirements and the 2012 Audition Music.

Camp Rules

I would like to preface this list by stating that camp is geared toward those who are interested in learning more about music, history, and the tradition of fife and drum. Historically, campers have had a good time while at camp, and we work very hard to ensure that this is the case. At the same time, however, we are responsible for everyone's safety and well-being, so rules are a necessary component for a successful camp.

For those who are approaching the age of majority, or who will have reached it by camp, please consider this list carefully as you will be held to these rules. They apply equally to all campers. If you don't think you can abide by them, then this camp is probably not a good fit for you and your time would best be spent elsewhere.

Please consider this list carefully. There should be no surprises when you get to camp as the rules are spelled out quite clearly. The camp staff and I are very busy during the course of the week, and things tend to go much smoother and are more pleasant all around when people adhere to the rules.

It is most important that we all behave responsibly if we are to be allowed to return to these facilities in the future.

Summary of Camp Rules

: Any camper who repeatedly fails to follow instructions of any chaperone (or other member of the camp staff) will be referred to me immediately and will run the risk of being discharged from camp.; Campers will check in for roll call with their respective team of chaperones before each meal, before boarding the bus, and upon disembarking from the bus.; Campers are expected to eat their meals while at camp. Admittedly, this sounds rather basic, but year after year, we do encounter difficulties with people who just don't want to eat. Anyone who refuses meals will be discharged from camp.; Lights out will be at 11 p.m. for campers 12 and under and 12 a.m. for those who are 13 and older. We have a busy week and everyone needs to get enough rest in order to be fully prepared for the following day's activities.; No campers will be allowed to smoke during camp. No exceptions.; After every meal, a group of campers will be responsible for cleaning up the dining hall. The group's chaperones will help oversee their progress. This duty will rotate among all the campers. It is not the responsibility of the clean-up crew to pick up dirty plates, empty cups, and the like, so all campers must throw away their own trash after each meal.; No food or beverages are allowed in the classrooms. Water bottles are the exception.; There is no need for any tools, Swiss Army Knives, pocket knives, etc. Please leave all articles of this nature at home. If anyone chooses to bring anything to camp that might be included in this category, this item will be taken and the camper will not be allowed to return to camp in future years. If any damage is done with said article, then the camper will be sent home immediately.; Dress appropriately for camp. Mini-skirts, tops with spaghetti straps, tops that are low cut, and garments that reveal the midriff area are not appropriate camp attire. Pants that are worn so low as to expose undergarments are also not acceptable. Use common sense, and perhaps a little parental guidance, here.; No foul language will be tolerated.; Campers should demonstrate a respectful demeanor to all instructors, chaperones, volunteers, and fellow campers at all times. Failure to do so will result in discharge from the camp.